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Torch with twist open fire bowl

a twisting and open fire technology, applied in the field of decorative torches, can solve the problems of dirty and cumbersome operation, the chance of pieces being lost, and the risk of refueling these torches

Active Publication Date: 2013-12-05
LAMPLIGHT FARMS
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The present invention is a torch with a fuel container and a fire bowl that can rotate to align or misalign with each other to allow or prevent fluid communication. The torch also includes a wick holder that retains a wick and a guide slot that limits the rotation between the fire bowl and the top cover of the fuel container. The fire bowl and top cover each have a fill hole that can be aligned or misaligned to control fluid flow. The invention allows for easy and secure adjustment of the fuel level in the fuel container and provides improved flame control.

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However, there is often some risk associated with refueling these torches.
When the torch is required to be partially disassembled to refuel (e.g., removal of the top) there is a chance the pieces may be lost.
Furthermore, this can be a dirty and cumbersome operation.

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[0017]Referring now to FIG. 1, a perspective view of a torch with a twist open fire bowl according to aspects of the present disclosure is shown. In the present embodiment, the torch 100 comprises a shell or body 102 which may be generally cylindrical or conic in profile. The body 102 may be made from a metal or polymer and may be configured to sit on a table top or attached to a pole for mounting into the ground. A fire bowl 104 integrates with the shell 102. The fire bowl 104 may be made from sheet metal or another material. A number of perforations 106 may be defined in the fire bowl 104. The perforations 106 may be decorative, but may also serve to provide ventilation and / or heat dispersal.

[0018]As will be described in greater detail below, the torch 100 may be opened or closed by rotation of the fire bowl 104 relative to the shell 102. In some embodiments, this is done by hand (e.g., no specialized tools or snuffer lids are needed). The fire bowl 204 and / or the perforations 106...

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Abstract

A torch has a fuel container with a reservoir and a top cover. The top cover defines a first wick passage, a first fill hole, and a guide slot. A fire bowl is positioned atop the fuel container and defines a second wick passage, a second fill hole, and a guide member. At least one open rotational position is allowed between the fuel container and fire bowl such that the first and second fill holes are aligned to allow fluid into the reservoir via the fill holes. At least one closed rotational position is allowed between the fuel container and the fire bowl such that the first and second fill holes are out of alignment substantially blocking fluid flow into or out of the reservoir via the fill holes.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This disclosure relates to decorative torches in general and, more specifically, to liquid fueled torches.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Liquid fueled torches are utilized for a number of purposes such as lighting, decoration, and pest repellence. However, there is often some risk associated with refueling these torches. When the torch is required to be partially disassembled to refuel (e.g., removal of the top) there is a chance the pieces may be lost. Furthermore, this can be a dirty and cumbersome operation.[0003]What is needed is a system and method for addressing the above, and related, issues.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0004]The invention of the present disclosure, in one aspect thereof, comprises a torch having a fuel container with a reservoir and a top cover. The top cover defines a first wick passage, a first fill hole, and a guide slot. A fire bowl is positioned atop the fuel container and defines a second wick passage, a second fill hole, and a...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): F23D3/18F23Q25/00F23D3/04
CPCF23D3/18F23Q25/00
Inventor WHITE, RON
Owner LAMPLIGHT FARMS
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